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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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